imahawki78 Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 I've got a line on a pair of La Scalas. They're black. Seller says their from '83 and he's the original owner. There are some scratches and chips but nothing structural and he says they are sonically perfect. They looke like they need dusted and some touch up paint. The stickers are pretty faded so I can't tell the "type" on the back. The crossovers say AL. I've been hunting for a pair within driving distance for over a year. These are about 250 miles away but I'll be traveling to this city in a month any way. Any thoughts in general? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 (edited) How much? Are they consecutive serial numbers? Could you post some photos here? Edited February 11, 2015 by jimjimbo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imahawki78 Posted February 11, 2015 Author Share Posted February 11, 2015 He's asking $1650 with an unkown Yamaha reciever I don't want. I was going to offer $1300 without the receiver. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Any upgrades? Again, photos help. Not a great deal IMHO. I know it's difficult....but I'd keep waiting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OO1 Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Any upgrades? Again, photos help. Not a great deal IMHO. I know it's difficult....but I'd keep waiting. I agree , 1300$ ,, they should be mint - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imahawki78 Posted February 11, 2015 Author Share Posted February 11, 2015 (edited) No upgrades mentioned, I'd guess they're stock. Edited February 11, 2015 by imahawki78 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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DizRotus Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 (edited) How much is he asking? Can you post photos? I see that you answered while I was composing. Do you want fine furniture or merely La Scala sound? For reference, I purchased the beat up pair for $400 and turned them into these after spending another $400 to replace both woofers, refresh the networks, Bondo and paint. They've served the local high school well for several years. If you're going to work on the cabinets, you might consider the djk bass bin mod. See https://community.klipsch.com/index.php?/topic/72504-ported-la-scalas-photos-and-review/ and search the forum. $1,300 seems a bit high. Edited February 11, 2015 by DizRotus 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Steven1963 Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 (edited) He might be asking a premium because he knows they don't come up often in your area. I live on the left coast and I bought a pair for $1,000. Plain birch but almost perfect. Turned around and sold them a few months later for $1500. So... Bottom line is, if you want them, get them. They are only worth what you are willing to pay for them. Just make sure you audition them first to make sure all the drivers are working properly. Edited February 11, 2015 by Steven1963 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imahawki78 Posted February 11, 2015 Author Share Posted February 11, 2015 First, thank you all for the advice. I do want nice looking speakers. I live in a well decorated, contemporary home. My guess is I'd do some touch-ups right away and then refinish them some time down the road so they're "furniture grade" as you say. Given the pictures, what IS a good price? If I go back and make an offer that is fair and it doesn't work out, I'd probably feel better than just walking away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 I found the CL listing, and I can tell you that the Yammy receiver is worth only about $100, at most. So certainly 1650 is out of the ballpark. Looked at your system list, and you've got some great stuff....what's the hurry? I know, it's been a year, and you are in a difficult market (I guess), but really, even an offer of 1300 is 300 more than I'd pay, and have to drive a fair distance to get them....Have you put a WTB ad on CL, or on Audiokarma, or on this forum? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Any thoughts in general? Yes change your avatar and username traitor, wheres my pitch fork. Ok welcome to the forum, nice to see more members from the area. I know they don't come up often, but it seems about every 6 months you get a pair(in better shape). If your willing to spend that, why not look for a pair in better shape for 1000.00 and spend the 300.00 to travel(hotel, gas, etc). We should get some sort of logistics going through the area, as there seems to be good deals to be had. Dwillile purchased a pair like those from here about a year and half ago for around 500.00. Good luck and sit tight something better will come up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Steven1963 Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Given your location and if what you say about rarity and your desire to have them I'd pony $1200 and not a dollar more. But you are going to hear others on here tell you no more than $800. I think he will tell you to go jump in a lake if you offer him that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OO1 Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 First, thank you all for the advice. I do want nice looking speakers. I live in a well decorated, contemporary home. My guess is I'd do some touch-ups right away and then refinish them some time down the road so they're "furniture grade" as you say. Given the pictures, what IS a good price? If I go back and make an offer that is fair and it doesn't work out, I'd probably feel better than just walking away. Actually if these are the right pictures - they aint that bad - 1000$ for sure they are worth it - logos and grilles 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imahawki78 Posted February 11, 2015 Author Share Posted February 11, 2015 Yeah, not sure what his lowest option is. The ad is a month old. Its in Iowa City (don't think anyone's going to scoop me since the price seems high). He did tell me he already "replaced" them in the room their in with a smaller home theater system as the reason he's selling is they're too big, bad WAF. I actually haven't tried to post a WTB yet. Maybe I should do that before I jump on these. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imahawki78 Posted February 11, 2015 Author Share Posted February 11, 2015 Any thoughts in general? Yes change your avatar and username traitor, wheres my pitch fork. Ok welcome to the forum, nice to see more members from the area. I know they don't come up often, but it seems about every 6 months you get a pair(in better shape). If your willing to spend that, why not look for a pair in better shape for 1000.00 and spend the 300.00 to travel(hotel, gas, etc). We should get some sort of logistics going through the area, as there seems to be good deals to be had. Dwillile purchased a pair like those from here about a year and half ago for around 500.00. Good luck and sit tight something better will come up. Did you at least notice the teardrop... I'm a depressed Hawkeye #FireFerentz. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimjimbo Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 Yes change your avatar and username traitor, wheres my pitch fork. Well, at least URNOTABUCKEYE...that is certainly a positive for you. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DizRotus Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 First, thank you all for the advice. I do want nice looking speakers. I live in a well decorated, contemporary home. My guess is I'd do some touch-ups right away and then refinish them some time down the road so they're "furniture grade" as you say. Given the pictures, what IS a good price? If I go back and make an offer that is fair and it doesn't work out, I'd probably feel better than just walking away.Actually if these are the right pictures - they aint that bad - 1000$ for sure they are worth it - logos and grilles First, thank you all for the advice. I do want nice looking speakers. I live in a well decorated, contemporary home. My guess is I'd do some touch-ups right away and then refinish them some time down the road so they're "furniture grade" as you say. Given the pictures, what IS a good price? If I go back and make an offer that is fair and it doesn't work out, I'd probably feel better than just walking away.Actually if these are the right pictures - they aint that bad - 1000$ for sure they are worth it - logos and grilles I agree. Offer $800 and go higher, if you want them. About $1,300 would be as high as I'd go. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dude Posted February 11, 2015 Share Posted February 11, 2015 I really want a pair of Heresy's, I paid 350.00 for mine in 08. I have been holding out for some time for another pair, like Steven said its all what they are worth to and how long you want to hold out. I think there are better deals to be had, sit tight we'll find you a pair. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imahawki78 Posted February 11, 2015 Author Share Posted February 11, 2015 Thanks guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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